Who fired who? NDM falls into open chaos
The National Democratic Movement (NDM) has plunged into one of the most dramatic internal crises in its short political life, with rival factions publicly firing, unfiring, and re-firing each other in a spectacle that has left even seasoned political observers struggling to keep score. The chaos erupted when a splinter group within the party convened […]
NDM removed founder Dr. Lam Akol in bitter power struggle
The National Democratic Movement (NDM) has announced the removal of its founding chairman, Dr. Lam Akol Ajawin, in what party leaders describe as the culmination of a prolonged internal crisis marked by alleged violations of party rules and growing leadership rifts. In a statement issued following a press conference held on Tuesday, a splinter faction […]
AU peace council calls for immediate halt to South Sudan hostilities
The African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC) has called for an immediate and unconditional cessation of hostilities in South Sudan, expressing deep concern over the slow implementation of the 2018 Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS). The call was made following the PSC’s 1326th meeting held on […]
UN warns senior leaders could be held liable for Jonglei violence
The United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan has warned that senior political and military leaders could face individual criminal responsibility for violence in Jonglei State. In a statement issued on January 25, the Commission expressed grave alarm at public remarks by senior military figures that encourage violence against civilians, combined with reports […]
SSPDF general’s words ignite fears of widespread civilian killings — Rights group
Human rights activists have raised grave alarm following incendiary remarks attributed to a senior South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) commander, warning that such rhetoric could fuel mass civilian killings and grave international crimes if left unaddressed. The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) on Sunday strongly condemned statements reportedly made by General Johnson Olony, […]
SSPDF spokesperson refutes claims of arrest, removal from office
Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang, South Sudan’s army spokesperson has dismissed as false and misleading reports circulating on social media claiming that he has been relieved of his duties or placed under arrest. In a brief statement issued for immediate release and addressed to the rank and file as well as the general public, Maj. […]
Women, faith leaders call for immediate ceasefire as fighting resumes in country
Women mediators and faith leaders in South Sudan have issued an urgent call for an immediate ceasefire following a renewed outbreak of armed conflict in parts of Jonglei and Unity states, as well as in other areas of the country. The appeal comes amid escalating clashes between the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) and […]
I have not resigned: Oyet Nathaniel pushes back against online claims
Oyet Nathaniel Pierino has forcefully denied claims circulating on social media alleging that he has resigned from his leadership positions within the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army–In Opposition (SPLM/A-IO), describing the reports as unverified, misleading, and constitutionally unfounded. In a public briefing released this week, Oyet reaffirmed that he remains the Acting Chairman and Commander-in-Chief of […]
SPLA-IO denies Trioka’s accusations over NGO vehicle seizure
The Sudan People’s Liberation Army–In Opposition (SPLA-IO) has strongly denied accusations by Trioka linking its leadership to the alleged ordering of humanitarian organizations to surrender their vehicles in northern Jonglei State, describing the claims as misleading and inconsistent with its policy on civilian and humanitarian protection. In a statement issued by SPLA-IO Spokesperson Col. Lam […]
Kiir relieves Daniel Abocha Ali, appoints Puok Bol Par as SPLM youth league chair
President Salva Kiir Mayardit, Chairperson of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), has appointed Comrade Puok Bol Par as the new Chairperson of the SPLM Youth League, relieving Daniel Abocha Ali of the position. The appointment was announced in an official directive issued from the SPLM General Headquarters in Juba on January 7, 2026, under […]
